This 272.3-mile drive from Rosewood Heights, IL to Berwyn, IL is designed for a single day, taking approximately 5 hours and 12 minutes to complete. With 97% of the journey on highways, it’s a very direct trip focused on efficient travel. The estimated fuel cost is around $43, making it an affordable option for a quick getaway or relocation within the Midwest. This route is a straightforward, highway-focused experience, perfect if you're looking to cover ground without many detours. You'll be on the road for a solid chunk of the day, but it's entirely manageable as a one-day adventure.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
136.1 miles from Rosewood Heights, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 35m into the drive
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Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 12m. Total distance: 272.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 12m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (97%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a predominantly highway-focused drive, with I-55, State Route 140, and South Harlem Avenue forming the main arteries. The vast majority of your travel, 97%, will be on high-speed roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch covers an impressive 253.1 miles, primarily on I-55, meaning you can settle in for a long period of consistent driving. This route is built for covering distance efficiently, offering a predictable and steady pace for most of the journey.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 55 is the longest continuous segment at about 253.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 55 and State Route 140. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near West Airline Court.
Driving Effort5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 272.3 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (West Airline Court): Navigation decision point; at 14.7 miles: Navigation decision point; at 111.6 miles (I 55): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|West Airline Court
At end of road, turn left onto West Airline Court
Navigation decision point
5
14.7 mi into trip|~24m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
7
111.6 mi into trip|~2h 9m in|I 55
Keep slight right at fork onto I 55 toward I 55 North: Chicago
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 55 North: Chicago
8
141 mi into trip|~2h 40m in|I 55
Keep slight left at fork onto I 55 toward I 55 North, I 74 West: Chicago, Peoria
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 55 North, I 74 West: Chicago, Peoria
7
268 mi into trip|~5h 3m in
Take the exit toward IL 43: Harlem Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Exit 283
Toward IL 43: Harlem Avenue
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Rosewood Heights, IL to Berwyn, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Peoria along the way.
Peoria
141 mi in|~2h 40m|via I 55
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 55
253.1 mi
4h 38m
State Route 140
9.7 mi
13m
South Harlem Avenue
2.9 mi
5m
West Bethalto Drive
1.8 mi
3m
East Airline Drive
1.3 mi
3m
North Bellwood Drive
0.9 mi
1m
West State Street
0.8 mi
1m
Riverside Drive
0.8 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 55
— 253.1 mi, about 4h 38m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rosewood Heights, IL and Berwyn, IL.
1
Start on Northmoor Place
0.1 mi·28 sec·Northmoor Place
2
At end of road, turn left onto West Airline Court
0.1 mi·20 sec·West Airline Court
3
Continue on East Airline Drive
1.3 mi·3 min·East Airline Drive
4
Turn left onto IL 111
0.9 mi·1 min·North Bellwood Drive
5
Turn right onto IL 140
1.8 mi·3 min·West Bethalto Drive
6
Continue on IL 140
9.6 mi·13 min·State Route 140
7
Continue on IL 140
0.8 mi·1 min·West State Street
8
Continue on IL 140
443 ft·13 sec·State Route 140
9
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·37 sec
10
Merge onto I 55
97 mi·1 hr 44 min·I 55
11
Keep slight right at fork onto I 55
29 mi·31 min·I 55
Toward I 55 North: ChicagoUse the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight left at fork onto I 55
127 mi·2 hr 22 min·I 55
Toward I 55 North, I 74 West: Chicago, PeoriaUse the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.4 mi·1 min
Exit 283Toward IL 43: Harlem AvenueUse the right lane.
14
Turn left onto IL 43
2.9 mi·5 min·South Harlem Avenue
15
Turn right onto Riverside Drive
0.8 mi·1 min·Riverside Drive
16
Turn slight left onto Oak Park Avenue
0.1 mi·26 sec·Oak Park Avenue
17
Turn left onto West Cermak Road
91 ft·1 sec·West Cermak Road
18
Arrive at destination
West Cermak Road
Trip Plan
Given the 5-hour and 12-minute duration, starting your journey from Rosewood Heights in the morning will allow you to reach Berwyn with plenty of daylight. With only one stop suggested, plan it strategically to break up the 253.1-mile stretch on I-55. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the longer highway segments, and consider filling up before you depart or at a major exit. The $43 fuel cost is a good estimate, but always have a little extra buffer for unexpected changes.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 136.1 miles from Rosewood Heights, IL, or about 2h 35m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 253.1 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 60 miles or 1h 13m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 136.1 miles or 2h 35m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 13m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Berwyn, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Rosewood Heights, IL so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Rosewood Heights, IL
This is one driving day of about 272.3 miles and 5h 12m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 60 miles from Rosewood Heights, IL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 55 for about 253.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 136.1 mi from Rosewood Heights, IL
· 2h 35m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Springfield 1908 Race Riot National Monument
National Monument
In August 1908, a large White mob attacked the Black community in Springfield, Illinois. Rioters destroyed homes and businesses and lynched two men. The event led to the founding of the National Assoc...
In a growing Chicago neighborhood, diverse people and stories intertwined. All were seeking opportunity. Some succeeded. Others were limited—by race, gender, or economic status. Their stories came tog...
14 mi from route
~36 min detour
Free
near mile 272.3
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$42.57 one way
$85.14 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg95 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$46.74
$93.48
premium
$4.89
$52.40
$104.80
diesel
$5.61
$60.12
$120.24
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$43
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$68–$93
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 95.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $29 in charging
· 1 stop
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
81.7
1
$28.59
$13.07
Efficient EV
68.1
0
$23.83
$10.89
EV Truck/SUV
108.9
1
$38.12
$17.43
Gas CO2
95 kg
EV CO2
32 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Forecast as of Apr 17, 2026
Origin
Rosewood Heights, IL
Late night
in Rosewood Heights on Saturday
Local time
1:19 AM
CDT
Current temp
80°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Berwyn, IL
Late night
in Berwyn on Saturday
Local time
1:19 AM
CDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
52°F
Bloomington, IL
136 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
13 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
5h 12m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Rosewood Heights, IL to Berwyn, IL covers 272.3 miles and takes about 5h 12m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 55, State Route 140, South Harlem Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 136.1 miles from Rosewood Heights, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $42.57 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 272.3 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (West Airline Court): Navigation decision point; at 14.7 miles: Navigation decision point; at 111.6 miles (I 55): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Rosewood Heights, IL to Berwyn, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Peoria along the way.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Springfield 1908 Race Riot National Monument and Pullman National Historical Park.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
